LUX Resorts & Retreats Awards 2024

Jun22596 14 | LUXlife Magazine Below the cloudless, bright blue skies of Palm Springs lies the hidden oasis resort The Hacienda at Warm Sands. Enveloped by a luscious green privacy hedge, The Hacienda at Warm Sands promises its guests a private, exclusive space that has successfully solidified itself as a world-renowned resort favourite. The Hacienda at Warm Sands is considered the longstanding favourite Palm Springs gay resort by a loyal clientele base of discerning travellers coming from all over the world. The resort has been consistently recognised in prominent mainstream and gay travel publications for its reputation of being the best of the best. What’s more, the resort has held several moving same-sex wedding ceremonies, with some even performed by the City of Palm Springs Mayor Pro Tempore. The resort has more than 10,000 square feet of pool-side terraces, shared by only ten suites facing into one of its two large swimming pools. Lounging poolside on ultra-padded chaise lounges, guests are invited to shed the stresses of the outside world and lose themselves in the everchanging, 180-degree unobstructed views of the enthralling San Jacinto Mountains. Guests favour The Hacienda at Warm Sands for its private oasis ambiance, further amplified by its Southwestern US desert landscape, alongside soothing water features, Saltillo-tiled patios and walkways, outdoor fireplace, whirlpool spa, and two separate swimming pools. “We advise all our guests to ‘forget about the stress of the world outside’, James tells us. “Once you walk onto the tranquil grounds of The Hacienda at Warm Sands, you will forget about the world outside our entrance gate.” Creating such a space for guests to shed their worries is important when curating the perfect resort experience but is imperative for resorts such as The Hacienda at Warm Sands, who cater to gay male travellers. Palm Springs is known for hosting a vibrant LGBTQ+ community that found its roots in the Golden Age of Hollywood. Now, it is estimated that 40-50% of Palm Spring’s residents are LGBTQ+, and the city made history in 2018 by electing the first all-LGBTQ+ city council in the United States. Jul24007 Luxury Gay Resort of the Year 2024 – North America The Hacienda at Warm Sands is an intimately sized deluxe resort that specialises in providing high quality services to a clientele base of gay males. The resort is located a mere stone’s throw away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Palm Springs, though you wouldn’t know it once you enter the resort, nestled amidst the serene views of the San Jacinto mountainside. As The Hacienda at Warm Sands is named in the Resorts and Retreats Awards 2024, we catch up with Owners James Moje and Maurice Minno to learn more. From hosting Dinah Shore Weekend, the world’s largest lesbian event, and numerous Pride celebrations, to boasting a plethora of LGBTQ+- owned restaurants, shops, and clubs, Palm Springs is an LGBTQ+ oasis just waiting to be explored. So why not book into The Hacienda at Warm Sands? The resort promises to deliver a new way of understanding the luxury gay resort experience, providing its guests with a calm and nurturing environment. Alongside this welcoming atmosphere comes a dedication to delivering personalised touches that makes each stay at The Hacienda at Warm Sands one that cannot be forgotten. The resort values the creation of what it called “Hacienda Moments,” which are intended to surprise guests, bring out big smiles, and foster lasting memories to be cherished forever. Whether it be locating and displaying photographs of precious pets in the suites of homesick owners, or providing specific foods, beverages, and flowers upon request before arrival, the team at The Hacienda at Warm Sands are committed to delivering to each guest nothing but the best. “What sets The Hacienda at Warm Sands distinctly apart from others is our legendary reputation for consistently delivering pampered, yet unobtrusive personal service by our experienced, professional staff who expertly provide “Hacienda Moments” of anticipatory yet unanticipated services to each of our guests,” says James.

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